Property Acquisition & Due Diligence for European Private Clients in Turkey
How we work
Consultation
A lawyer reviews your documents and situation and explains the available options and what each of them requires.
Engagement and fees
We agree the scope of work, the stages and the fee, based on the official attorney fee schedule, before any work begins.
Handling the matter
We prepare the documents, represent you before the authorities and the courts, and keep you updated at every step.
Reporting
At the end of each stage we hand over the documents and explain what has been done and what comes next.
Purchasing real estate in Turkey continues to be one of the most popular and investment-attractive options for EU citizens. RT Union provides full legal support throughout the entire transaction — from initial property inspection to final title registration. Our team ensures maximum protection of European buyers’ interests under the strict regulatory requirements of 2026.
Detailed Services
- Comprehensive legal due diligence: verification of property history, title deeds (Tapu), encumbrances, and compliance with military and restricted zones.
- Independent market valuation and verification of official appraisal for citizenship or investment purposes.
- Drafting, detailed review, and negotiation of the sale-purchase agreement with strong protection of the buyer’s rights.
- Full support during notarization and registration of ownership in the Land Registry (Tapu).
- Tax planning: calculation of stamp duty, transfer tax, annual property tax, and potential VAT refund.
- Support for off-plan property purchases, including monitoring of construction deadlines and penalty enforcement.
Benefits for European Clients
We ensure complete transparency and security of your transaction. Our team conducts thorough legal due diligence, identifies all potential risks before the contract is signed, and protects your interests at every stage — from negotiations with the seller to title registration. You gain confidence that you are acquiring a clean asset without hidden encumbrances, undervaluation, or developer-related issues. This is particularly important in 2026, as regulatory oversight of foreign transactions has become significantly stricter.
Schedule a preliminary consultation before purchasing property in Turkey to ensure professional protection of your interests.